# Thermal Spray & Cermet Powders Source: https://powdchem.com/products/ceramic-powders/thermal-spray-cermets/ Page type: Material category Advanced ceramic powders Thermal-spray and cermet composite powder inquiries. The spray process, feedstock architecture and particle window belong in the same specification. [Browse 5 materials]() [Ask about supply]() [Image: Powder material specimens; appearance reference]() ## Choose a material ### Carbide-metal spray powders Choose WC-Co, WC-Co-Cr or Cr3C2-NiCr, then the required binder content and powder architecture. Include the spray process and its particle-size window. #### Tungsten carbide-cobalt powder tungsten carbide-cobalt (WC-Co) hardmetal thermal-spray powder [Selection guide]() [Ask about this material]() WC + Co #### Tungsten carbide-cobalt-chromium powder tungsten carbide-cobalt-chromium (WC-CoCr) cermet thermal-spray powder [Selection guide]() [Ask about this material]() WC + Co-Cr #### Chromium carbide-nickel chromium powder chromium carbide-nickel chromium (Cr3C2-NiCr) thermal-spray powder [Selection guide]() [Ask about this material]() Cr3C2 + Ni-Cr ### Oxide spray powders Alumina-titania and YSZ require distinct composition and phase briefs. Compare fused/crushed or agglomerated/sintered feedstock using the requirements of the spray equipment. #### Alumina-titania spray powder alumina-titania (Al2O3-TiO2) thermal-spray ceramic powder [Selection guide]() [Ask about this material]() Al2O3 + TiO2 #### YSZ thermal spray powder yttria-stabilized zirconia (YSZ) thermal-spray powder [Selection guide]() [Ask about this material]() ZrO2-Y2O3 system ## Material selection guide Start with the material identity and process, then check the details on the proposed datasheet. **Composition & architecture** State the carbide/metal or oxide system, binder ratio and whether the material is blended, fused/crushed or agglomerated/sintered. **Process compatibility** Identify HVOF, HVAF, plasma or another intended process and equipment constraints. Similar chemistry does not establish feeder or gun compatibility. **Feedstock quality** Define particle distribution, flow, apparent density and the coating/evaluation protocol where applicable. ## Before you choose **Can I buy thermal-spray powder using composition alone?** Composition leaves the feedstock architecture and particle requirements unresolved. Share the process and equipment window before comparing candidate grades. **What does this directory cover?** Loose elemental/carbide powder, finished coatings and spraying services are separate requirements. Coating results are not guaranteed from a powder listing. ## What to include in your request A material name or reference datasheet is enough to start. Add any requirements you already know. - Composite formula and component ratios - Powder manufacturing route and morphology - Particle window, flow and density requirements - Spray process, substrate and evaluation brief ### Quantity, samples and documents Nike has no fixed minimum order. Tell us the quantity you need; we’ll check supplier pack sizes and any minimums. We’ll check the proposed grade, sample options, delivery timing and available batch documents. Include any essential COA, TDS or SDS requirements. [How we coordinate documents]() [Samples and testing]() [Send a material request]() ## Applications to explore. [**Coatings & Powder Metallurgy**Metal, alloy and composite powder inquiries for spray, compaction, sintering and additive processes, matched to the equipment and feedstock requirements.]() [**Advanced Ceramic Processing**Powder sourcing for forming, sintering and ceramic formulation. Match feedstock chemistry and architecture to the process you will run.]() ## Related material families. [**Carbide Powders**12 material directions]() [**Nickel & Cobalt Alloy Powders**8 material directions]() [**Stabilized Zirconia & Mixed Oxides**10 material directions]()